Andrew Lee Higgins a true man of God, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 2nd. A teacher and coach in HISD for 34 years. He leaves behind a loving devoted wife, Verlinda, four children and their spouses, six wonderful grandchildren, ten brothers and sisters, a mother-in-law, a brother and two sisters-in-laws, and a host of nieces and nephews. Wake-Friday,November 7, 2014, 6-8 pm at Wheeler Ave Baptist Church (3826 Wheeler Ave, Houston, TX 77004). Funeral - Saturday,November 8, 2014 at 11:00 AM at Wheeler Ave Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers contributions in memory of Andrew L. Higgins may be sent to: The Leukemia And Lymphoma Society, 888-557-177, https://donate.lls.org/lls/donate

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Published by Houston Chronicle on Nov. 7, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Andrew Higgins

26 Entries

Gwendolyn Taylor

November 12, 2014

It was an honor to work with Coach Higgins at Worthing High School. My prayers go out to the Higgins Family.

Lionell, Arva, Jonathan, and Janell Howard

November 11, 2014

What a privilege to know Andrew and Verlinda. What a blessing to witness their infectious love for the Lord, their family, friends, community, and each other. Andrew fought the good fight. Our loss is Heaven's gain. Thank God for his life and legacy of unconditional love. Well done thou good and faithful servant. Well done.

Andrew Higgins, grandson and Houston Mayor Annise Parker.

Jill Moffitt

November 9, 2014

Andrew Lee Higgins was a good Democrat, a man of integrity and a Christian which was epitomized throughout the whole program of his memorial services at Wheeler Baptist Church Saturday November 8, 2014. Mr. Higgins was a man who squeezed every drop of positive energy and opportunities he could out of the situations at hand. His faith in humanity went far beyond handing out political signs. The level of citizenship, good neighbor attitude and passion for educating and rehabilitating kids that he demonstrated for decades as a coach, teacher and neighbor was celebrated at his service.
His hero was President Obama. At the 2014 State Convention, he burst with pride every time an elected official stopped to speak to and take pictures with his grandson. He spent the entire weekend impressing upon his very young grandson how limitless his opportunities were and that even he could grow up to become president. Mr. Higgins really wanted to teach his grandson, that by being in the presence of great influential people, they can help inspire him to even greater heights. Young Higgins may not remember the weekend later in life, but the photographs will remain a reminder for his whole life of that attitude and belief that his grandfather had in him.
Andrew Lee Higgins spent his entire adult life striving to make a better world for children. When I looked out over the packed memorial service of Mr. Higgins, I saw many young adults motivated to carry his legacy forward to give opportunities of a good life to kids. I am honored to have briefly known a man of such character.

Tracy Ray

November 9, 2014

Wow I am speechless. Coach Higgins was a gentle soul that I had the pleasure of being a student of his. May you R. I. Paradise.

Phillip Hughes

November 8, 2014

Coach Higgins you where always a great friend and fun coach to me while at Westbury 85/89. You will never be forgotten God bless.

Angela F Demby

November 8, 2014

To the Higgins Family,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

November 8, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Eric Bishop

November 8, 2014

RIP Coach.

November 8, 2014

Our prayers go out to the family for comfort and peace. Mr. Higgins was a wonderful man. Dorothea and Stanwyn Carter

Maurice Carr

November 8, 2014

Andrew will be truly missed. May God continue to bless you and give you His peace.

Anita Martins and Nathaniel Ade-Martins

November 7, 2014

To: Verlinda and Family

May God's light that shines throughout eternity feel you with warmth when ever you think of your love one.
II Corinthians 5:1 Now we know that if the earthly tent we live in is destroyed, we have a building from God, an eternal house in heaven, not built by human hands.
May God's peace that surpasses all understanding keep you sustained.

Chris Roberson

November 7, 2014

I had the pleasure of having Coach Higgins as a PE teacher at Westbury HS. Then later being blessed to work with him at Worthing HS. He is truly Heaven sent and will be greatly missed. I will continue to pray for the family.
Chris Roberson

Richard Pitre

November 7, 2014

He was a man of great courage. I am praying for the family.

FRANCES WILLIAM

November 7, 2014

To the Family; May God continue to Strengthen You All.......

Michael & Karen Curry

November 7, 2014

Verlinda:

Andrew will be missed. He was a friend. His spirit will live with me all the days of my life. I will miss his infectious smile.

O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory? The sting of death is sin; and the strength of sin is the law. But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. I Cor. 15:55-57.

Hazel Lloyd

November 7, 2014

On behalf of The Lloyd Family, we send our deepest sympathies to the family.
Mr Higgins, we light these candles for you and family.They will remain burning as a reflection of your memories: God will never leave you alone he will take care of you. The angles will watch over your family always.

Rev. Walter & Melinda Tibbs

November 7, 2014

May the God of Peace give the family peace.. Amen

Bettye Hightower

November 7, 2014

to the family,
Mr. Higgins was always a wonderful co-worker and caring teacher when we worked to together at Key. You have my sympathy and I am praying for your family. May God continue to bless your family.

Ramona Parker

November 7, 2014

Just want you and the family to know that our prayers are with you all. God has him now and he will be missed. We have known the family since Hermann Dr. May God add a word to Andrew, "A Job Well Done "

November 7, 2014

Verlinda & Family,
I am so sorry to learn that our beloved brother in Christ will no longer be among us. I pray God will comfort and strengthen your family through this difficult ordeal. I will miss his smiling face always.
Love,
Renee Piper

Juanita Bell

November 7, 2014

Watching Andrew go through his years of poor health, I saw a man of strength and courage. God saw he had suffered enough and carried him to his reward. May God give you peace during your time of sorrow.

Damali Hill

November 7, 2014

Mr. Higgins always had a smile and hug for my brother and I. We practically lived at the Higgins house during our childhood summers. Those memories will last a lifetime.
Please know that the entire Higgins family is in our thoughts and prayers. We will be here for you during your time of need and beyond.
~Love, Damali Hill (The Hill Family)

Demetria Broaden-Lewis, Houston ISD

November 7, 2014

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Jacqueline Switzer

November 7, 2014

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Keisha Smith-Davis

November 7, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. Heaven has gained another Angel. He has earned his wings. May God continue to bless all of you in this time of sorrow.

Nathaniel West, Sr.

November 7, 2014

On behalf of Senate District 13 PAC, all 198 Harris County and 37 Fort Bend County Voting Precincts send the deepest condolences and sympathies to the loving Family of the Honorable Mr. Andrew Lee Higgins, our friend in the Church, our friend in education, our friend in athletics, our friend in community action and our friend in the political arena. Please rest assured that Mr. Higgins has made a big impact for the good on a lot of people, a lot of public priorities and a lot of implemented programs. Thank you for sharing him with us and thank God that this most valuable man happened to live and serve in Voting Precinct 0140 of Senate District 13 PAC.

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